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The Good Book Blog
A Very Brief Reflection on Postmodernism
Scott Smith — January 17, 2024
Postmodernism, is, of course, after the modern. One key aspect of modernity is that many moderns, like Kant, held a high confidence in human reason...
The Good Book Blog
The Limits of Idolatry: Can We View Greed and Lust like Idols of Wood and Stone?
Kenneth Berding — January 16, 2024
I used to wonder whether the interpretive move from worship of wood and stone images to heart issues like greed, lust, and gluttony was...
Think Biblically
A Compelling Vision of Friendship
with Rebecca McLaughlin
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — January 16, 2024
Why would an apologist write a book on friendship? What can we learn about friendship from the example and teachings of Jesus and Paul? How can we...
Think Biblically
Cultural Update: Kim Davis; Texas Abortion Law Enforcement; Balancing Head & Heart; Should churches be involved in politics?
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — January 12, 2024
In addition to our regular weekly episodes, we're starting a new series where we discuss a few current cultural issues that are in the news — and...
Biola News
Biola to Welcome New Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing
Sarah Dougher — January 11, 2024
Biola University is pleased to announce the appointment of Tracey Harrison as the new Vice President of Communication and Brand Marketing....
Winsome Conviction
Episode 87: Be An Ambassador for Christ: Statecraft and Shrewdness
Tim Downs, Rick Langer, Tim Muehlhoff — January 08, 2024
In 2 Corinthians 5:20, the Apostle Paul tells Christians that they are “ambassadors for Christ.” Ambassadorship is part of our identity. Paul...
Think Biblically
Who are the "Nones?"
with Ryan Burge
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — January 08, 2024
The fastest growing “religious” group in the US is the “nones”, those with no religious affiliation. Who are these “nones” and what accounts for...
The Good Book Blog
What Most Excites Me about Talbot
Ed Stetzer — January 05, 2024
I have served ministry organizations and churches across the nation, and around the world. Having seen a lot of exciting work and ministry, my new...
Think Biblically
Don't Follow Your Heart??
with Thaddeus Williams
Scott Rae, Thaddeus Williams — January 04, 2024
What is humanity’s oldest lie? And how is it freshly emerging to steal the hearts and minds of a new generation? Our guest today, Biola professor...
The Good Book Blog
Seven Favorite Christian Books of 2023
Kenneth Berding — January 03, 2024
Welcome to 2024! As we enter a new year, I want to share my seven favorite Christian books of 2023. Note that my very favorite books of the year...
Think Biblically
Developing Spiritual Street Smarts
with Greg Koukl
Sean McDowell, Scott Rae — December 28, 2023
Evil. Slavery. Contradictions in the Bible. How can we best answer the top objections to the Christianity? Greg Koukl has taught numerous people...
Winsome Conviction
Episode 86: The Four Horsemen of the (Relational) Apocalypse
Rick Langer, Tim Muehlhoff — December 25, 2023
Conflict in relationships is unavoidable. Healthy and successful relationships know how to counteract unhealthy communication styles and adopt...
Student Life Blog
Christmas Music is More Than Just Calming, It’s Connective
Music therapy professor provides insight into why listening to Christmas music can feel so good
Jenna Mindel — December 23, 2023
Whether you begin listening to your favorite Christmas songs after the clock strikes midnight on Halloween or if you reserve your listening until...
Think Biblically
Two Months In — Update on the Israel-Hamas War
with Darrell Bock
Scott Rae — December 21, 2023
We’re more than 2 months into the Israel-Hamas war. What has happened since the start of the war on October 7? What are some of the ways Christians...
Biola News
Biola in Top Six NCAA DII Schools to Receive Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence
The recognition is awarded to only 44 Division II schools that have achieved an academic success rate of 90% or higher
Sarah Dougher — December 20, 2023
Biola University is one of the top six NCAA Division II schools to earn the Presidents’ Award for Academic Excellence, earning a 98% in Academic...
Winsome Conviction
Spiritual Battle and Winsome Conviction
Tim Muehlhoff — December 20, 2023
Watch this recording on the Conversations with Tyndale House Scholars in America podcast where Tim speaks about spiritual battle and winsome...
The Good Book Blog
Why December 25 for Christmas?
Kenneth Berding — December 19, 2023
One popular but less-likely theory for why we celebrate Christmas on December 25 is that Christians piggy-backed their Christmas celebration on the...
Winsome Conviction
How to Disagree Well
Tim Muehlhoff — December 19, 2023
Tim was a recent guest on the Placed For A Purpose podcast to talk about how to disagree well with our neighbors. Through storytelling from his own...
Talbot Magazine
From the Editor: Winter 2023
Ashish Naidu — December 18, 2023
Jesus said, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide...
Talbot Magazine
44th Biola Hispanic Conference Draws Nearly 800 Guests
Krista Ashlock — December 18, 2023
Talbot continued its longstanding efforts to equip and build relationships within the Hispanic Community this fall, as the Center for the Study of...
Talbot Magazine
Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem
Mitch Glaser — December 18, 2023
On Oct. 7, Hamas terrorists unleashed a wave of shocking attacks in Israel, resulting in a period of heightened fear and conflict in the weeks...
Talbot Magazine
Ministry Preparation in a Shifting Culture
President Barry H. Corey Interviews Talbot Dean Ed Stetzer
Talbot Magazine Staff — December 18, 2023
For decades, Dr. Ed Stetzer has been a familiar voice to church leaders around the world — widely known for his biblically faithful, culturally...
Talbot Magazine
Talbot Hosts First Holy Spirit Symposium
Oscar Merlo — December 18, 2023
In October, the Center for the Study of the Work and Ministry of the Holy Spirit Today led its first biennial academic symposium. Scholars,...
Talbot Magazine
Faculty Profile: Sean McDowell
Associate Professor of Christian Apologetics
Ashish Naidu — December 18, 2023
Christian apologist Sean McDowell (M.A. in Philosophy ’03, M.A. in Theology ’03) wants people to become more confident in their faith — and he’s...
Talbot Magazine
Four Reasons the Church Still Needs the Seminary Today
Ben Shin — December 18, 2023
Does the local church need the institution of a seminary? Many today would say “no.” The reasons that they may cite is cost of tuition,...